VDE — Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF Shares
Energy Ranked #75 of 458 tracked ETFs · Issued by Vanguard
VDE Price Performance — Growth of $10,000
Value of a $10,000 investment in VDE over time, compared with SPY. Both lines are rebased to $10,000 on the first shared date. Based on total returns — prices are adjusted for dividends and splits, so this assumes distributions were reinvested. Hover or tap the chart for exact values.
VDE Drawdown
The "underwater" chart: VDE's decline from its highest prior value at each point in time. It shows how deep past losses ran and how long the fund took to recover to break-even.
What If You'd Invested in VDE?
See what a lump sum in VDE would have grown to, with the option to add a regular monthly contribution on top. Figures use total returns — dividends are assumed reinvested.
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Overview
The Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF Shares (VDE) operates within the Energy category, which currently contains 10 ETFs tracked by ETFValuer. Issued by Vanguard, this fund manages $11.1 billion in assets and trades at a price of $162.02 per share. It holds an overall rank of #75 out of 458 tracked ETFs across all categories and has received an ETFValuer grade of B with a score of 72.9 out of 100. The fund offers a low-cost structure with an expense ratio of 0.09% while providing a dividend yield of 1.50%. The substantial asset base and moderate trading price suggest significant investor adoption relative to the broader market. These metrics position the fund as a well-established vehicle within its specific sector classification.
Recent performance data shows a decline of 1.52% over the last day and a 0.89% drop over the past week. However, the fund has demonstrated strong momentum over longer horizons, rising 6.21% in one month and 0.86% over three months. Year-to-date returns have accelerated significantly to 27.50%, building on a 18.28% gain over the last six months. The one-year return stands at 35.75%, while the three-year total return reaches 45.87%. This trajectory indicates a divergence where short-term fluctuations contrast with robust multi-month and multi-year growth. The data reflects a pattern of recovery and expansion following the initial weekly and daily declines.
The fund carries a Moderate volatility label and exhibits a beta of -0.01, indicating minimal correlation with broader market movements in the short term. A Sharpe ratio of 1.47 suggests the fund has generated favorable risk-adjusted returns relative to its volatility. Despite these positive metrics, the maximum drawdown of -21.41% highlights the potential for significant temporary losses during market downturns. The combination of a negative beta and moderate volatility implies the fund may behave differently than the general market during specific periods. Investors should consider that while the Sharpe ratio is strong, the historical maximum drawdown represents a notable risk factor in down markets.
AI-generated summary based on the data on this page.
VDE Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exxon Mobil Corp | 23.51% | $2.68B |
| 2 | Chevron Corp | 14.93% | $1.70B |
| 3 | ConocoPhillips | 5.78% | $659M |
| 4 | Williams Cos Inc/The | 3.80% | $433M |
| 5 | SLB Ltd | 2.86% | $326M |
| 6 | EOG Resources Inc | 2.86% | $326M |
| 7 | Kinder Morgan Inc | 2.78% | $317M |
| 8 | Baker Hughes Co | 2.69% | $307M |
| 9 | Valero Energy Corp | 2.68% | $305M |
| 10 | Phillips 66 | 2.63% | $300M |
Holdings as of 2026-02-28 per the fund's most recent SEC N-PORT-P filing. Top 10 holdings make up 64.5% of net assets — a rough gauge of concentration risk (the higher this figure, the more the fund's return depends on a handful of names). To see how VDE's holdings overlap with other ETFs you own or are considering, check the Stock Overlap tool.
Which Funds Overlap With VDE
Holding two funds that own the same companies adds cost and complexity without adding much diversification. These tracked ETFs share the most names with VDE's top 10 — XLE overlaps most, holding 9 of the same companies as VDE's top 10 (61.8% of VDE's assets).
| ETF | Name | Shared Companies | VDE Weight | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLE | State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF | 9 | 61.8% | Exxon Mobil Corp, Chevron Corp, ConocoPhillips… |
| FENY | Fidelity MSCI Energy Index ETF | 9 | 61.7% | Exxon Mobil Corp, Chevron Corp, ConocoPhillips… |
| IYE | iShares U.S. Energy ETF | 7 | 55.1% | Exxon Mobil Corp, Chevron Corp, ConocoPhillips… |
| IEO | iShares U.S. Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF | 4 | 13.9% | ConocoPhillips, EOG Resources Inc, Valero Energy Corp… |
| FDL | First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund | 3 | 44.2% | Exxon Mobil Corp, Chevron Corp, ConocoPhillips |
Compares the top 10 reported holdings of each fund, so it's a floor on true overlap — two S&P 500 trackers overlap ~100% even when only 10 names are listed. Use the Stock Overlap tool to search by individual company.
Market Backdrop
10-Year Treasury Yield: 4.65% (as of 2026-07-27) — The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds — the standard "risk-free rate" benchmark used to contextualize this fund’s Sharpe ratio and returns.
CBOE Volatility Index (VIX): 18.67 (as of 2026-07-27) — A real-time gauge of expected S&P 500 volatility over the next 30 days — useful context for this fund’s own volatility label.
Federal Funds Rate: 3.63% (as of 2026-06-01) — The Federal Reserve’s target policy rate, which anchors short-term borrowing costs across the economy.
What VDE's Fees Cost You
VDE charges an expense ratio of 0.09% a year, deducted automatically from the fund's value. Small percentages compound into real money — adjust the figures below to see the impact on your own numbers.
Assumes a constant gross return and no additional contributions — a simplification, but it isolates exactly what the expense ratio costs. Try the full fee calculator to model contributions and compare any two funds.
VDE Dividend Income Estimator
VDE currently yields 1.50%. Enter an amount to see the income that implies, or set a monthly income target to see the investment it would take.
Based on the fund's current trailing yield, which varies with price and distributions — treat it as an estimate, not a guarantee. Yields are not adjusted for tax.
VDE Liquidity, Domicile & Tax Treatment
Liquidity: Quoted bid/ask spread is 1.59% and average daily volume is 701K/day. Tighter spreads and higher volume mean lower round-trip trading costs; this is a live-market snapshot and can widen during volatile sessions. AUM of $11.1B provides ample scale, supporting tight spreads and issuer commitment to keep the fund open.
Domicile & tax treatment: VDE is a US-domiciled, SEC-registered ('40 Act) exchange-traded fund. Dividends and capital gains distributions are reported to US investors on Form 1099-DIV, and the fund is not subject to the PFIC reporting or UCITS-specific rules that apply to Irish- or Luxembourg-domiciled funds. Non-US investors should note that US-domiciled ETFs are generally subject to 30% US withholding tax on dividends (unless reduced by treaty) and to US estate tax exposure on the position — Irish-domiciled UCITS ETFs tracking the same index often avoid both, which is why non-US residents frequently prefer the UCITS equivalent where one exists. This is general information, not tax advice — consult a tax professional for your situation.
VDE Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | -1.52% |
| 1-Week | -0.89% |
| 1-Month | +6.21% |
| 3-Month | +0.86% |
| 6-Month | +18.28% |
| YTD | +27.50% |
| 1-Year | +35.75% |
| 3-Year | +45.87% |
How VDE Compares to Other Energy ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #38 | B+ |
XLE | State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF | +36.31% | 0.08% | $35.7B |
| #46 | B |
MLPX | Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF | +28.56% | 0.45% | $3.48B |
| #75 | B |
VDE | Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF Shares | +35.75% | 0.09% | $11.1B |
| #104 | B |
FENY | Fidelity MSCI Energy Index ETF | +35.76% | 0.084% | $1.75B |
| #127 | B |
AMLP | Alerian MLP ETF | +20.96% | 1.01% | $12.2B |
| #149 | B |
IYE | iShares U.S. Energy ETF | +35.01% | 0.38% | $1.53B |
| #249 | C |
OIH | VanEck Oil Services ETF | +49.30% | 0.35% | $1.99B |
| #281 | C |
IEO | iShares U.S. Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF | +35.54% | 0.38% | $516M |
| #295 | C |
XOP | State Street SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF | +32.98% | 0.35% | $2.91B |
| #392 | D |
ICLN | iShares Global Clean Energy ETF | +24.41% | 0.39% | $2.91B |